How to Make Cucumber Sandwiches | Easy Tea Sandwich Recipe
A refreshing classic, cucumber sandwiches with cream cheese make the perfect tea sandwiches for parties, high tea, or easy lunches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Tea Sandwiches
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: English
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
8 slices fresh white or wheat bread
1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
Pinch of salt
Butter or herb spread (optional)
Instructions
1. Slice cucumber thinly and pat dry.
2. Mix cream cheese with dill until smooth.
3. Spread cream cheese evenly on each bread slice.
4. Layer cucumber slices over half the bread.
5. Top with remaining bread slices.
6. Trim crusts and cut into triangles or rounds.
7. Serve chilled.
Notes
Use English cucumbers for best results.
Salt cucumbers to reduce sogginess.
Wrap sandwiches in plastic if making ahead.